An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of acetate esters and water to alcohols and acetate. EC 3.1.1.6.

Synonyms: EC 3.1.1.6, Esterase, Acetate, Acetate Esterase, Esterase, Acid, Acid Esterase, Acetylesterase, Acetylase, Esterase-17, Acetic-ester acetylhydrolase, Esterase 17